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A Healthy Lifestyle

I. Pre-Listening Exercises II. Listening Exercises III. Vocabulary IV. Post-Listening V. Online Investigations

Level:	Topic:	Type:	Speakers:	Length:
medium	health, exercise	conversation	man - woman	01:18

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]

Think of five important steps to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Write them down and look up information on the Internet to support these ideas.

HELPFUL TIP: Getting plenty of exercise, having regular health checkups, and eating right are good ways to remain in good physical condition.

Answer:1:always exercise.2:have balance diet.3:enough sleep.4:keep happily.5:do everything on time

II. Listening Exercises [Top]

I. Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play Audio" button of the audio type you want to hear, and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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1. What does the man want to do?
A. play basketball with friends from workB. try out for the company baseball team
C. get in shape and compete in a cycling race

2. What is the woman's main concern?
A. She is worried her husband will spend too much time away from home.
B. She is afraid her husband will become a fitness freak.
C. She is concerned about her husband's health.
3. What is the woman's first suggestion to her husband?
A. He should see a doctor.
B. Her husband should start with a light workout.
C. Her husband needs to visit a fitness trainer.
4. What does the woman advise about the man's diet?
A. He should consume less salt.
B. He should eat less fatty foods.
C. He should add more protein products to his diet.
5. Why does the man's wife recommend cycling?
A. It is good for improving muscle tone.
B. It helps strengthen the heart.
C. It helps develop mental toughness.

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Correct answers:
1. play basketball with friends from work 2. She is concerned about her husband`s health. 3. He should see a doctor. 4. He should eat less fatty foods. 5. It helps strengthen the heart.

III. Vocabulary Activities [Top]

Review the key vocabulary from the conversation:

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• Multiple-Choice and Short-Answer Questions

A Healthy Lifestyle

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Post-Listening Exercises

After you finish these questions, go back to the listening activity for this vocabulary exercise and practice your speaking skills and/or use the Internet to find more information about this topic.

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1. Before you start any exercise program, it's a good idea to see a doctor and get a complete _________________ to check your blood pressure, your heart, and your overall condition.
   1.   test
   2.   physical
   3.   system
2. You'll find some cold drinks in the ______________. Help yourself.
   1.   stove
   2.   dishwasher
   3.   fridge
3. I know you're having a problem with your knee that limits your exercise, but don't __________________ the idea of running in a marathon because your knee might improve over time.
   1.   give in
   2.   abandon
   3.   throw
4. He's really _______________, so he'd better start exercising. Otherwise, he won't be able to join us on the hiking trip next month.
   1.   athletic
   2.   out of shape
   3.   physically fit
5. You need to ______________ on eating a lot of salt and sugary foods. They're not good for you.
   1.   cut around
   2.   cut along
   3.   cut back

homework

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]

Student credit cards are becoming more and more popular, but your credit rating can be affected by your credit history, and using a Web site that provides free credit scores can help you monitor your financial well-being. Whatever the case might be, what are the advantages and disadvantages of using credit cards, particularly for people your age?

Answer:I think uesing credit cards as a student can let me be responsible.It's good for my job in the future.

II. Listening Exercises [Top]

I. Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play Audio" button and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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1. According to the conversation, which item did the woman NOT purchase with her credit card?
A. a digital camera
B. a TV
C. a stereo

2. What is one reason to explain why the woman obtained a student credit card?
A. She wants to buy things at a discount using the card.
B. She hopes to establish a good credit rating.
C. She doesn't want to borrow from her parents.
3. According to the man, what is one reason for NOT having a credit card?
A. People generally have a difficult time getting out of debt.
B. Students often apply for more credit cards than they need.
C. The interest rates on student cards are very high.
4. What does the woman imply about how she plans on resolving her credit card problems?
A. She hopes that someone will give her the money.
B. She plans on getting rid of her student credit cards.
C. She is going to return the items she purchased on the card.
5. What is the man going to do for the woman to help her manage her money?
A. help her find a better paying job to cover her expenses
B. teach her how to prepare a financial management plan
C. show her how she can apply for low-interest student credit cards

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Correct answers:
1. a digital camera 2. She hopes to establish a good credit rating. 3. The interest rates on student cards are very high. 4. She hopes that someone will give her the money. 5. teach her how to prepare a financial management plan